AZ and NEC face each other in an official match of the 2025/26 Eredivisie season. The game takes place at AFAS Stadion on Saturday, 31/01/2026, at 15:30 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for AZ vs NEC, based on detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
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AZ preview
AZ comes into the match having played 20 games in the Eredivisie so far. They have recorded 9 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 1.6 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 19 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses.
AZ's attack has scored 69 goals during this period. Out of this total, 35 goals were scored in the Eredivisie, averaging 1.75 goals per match. The season's average stands at 2.03.
The offense system of AZ is led by Troy Parrott as the top scorer of the season. The irish forward has scored 10 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Mees De Wit, who has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 32 goals with an average of 1.6 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 45 goals conceded in 34 matches, resulting in an average of 1.32.
NEC preview
On the other hand, NEC comes into the match having played 19 games in the Eredivisie so far. They have recorded 10 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 1.84 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 13 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses.
NEC's attack has scored 57 goals during this period. Out of this total, 49 goals were scored in the Eredivisie, averaging 2.58 goals per match. The season's average stands at 2.59.
The offense system of NEC is led by Koki Ogawa as the top scorer of the season. The japanese forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Bryan Linssen, who has contributed with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 33 goals with an average of 1.74 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 37 goals conceded in 22 matches, resulting in an average of 1.68.
Head to head: AZ vs NEC
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
AZ
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D L W L |
1.6 |
| Home | D W D L W |
1.78 |
| Away | W L L L L |
1.45 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 44% | 45% |
| Goals | 3.35 | 4 | 2.82 |
| Scored | 1.75 | 2.22 | 1.36 |
| Conceded | 1.6 | 1.78 | 1.45 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 89% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 11% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 9% |
| 1st to Score | 60% | 78% | 45% |
|
xG
|
1.8 | 1.93 | 1.7 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.29 | 1.48 |
NEC
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D D W |
1.84 |
| Home | W D W W D |
2.22 |
| Away | W D W W L |
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 53% | 67% | 40% |
| Goals | 4.32 | 4.22 | 4.4 |
| Scored | 2.58 | 2.78 | 2.4 |
| Conceded | 1.74 | 1.44 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 79% | 67% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 16% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 60% | 67% | 40% |
|
xG
|
1.81 | 1.71 | 1.91 |
|
xGA
|
1.37 | 1.38 | 1.37 |
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